Can extra-large breed puppies wear clothing?
Extra-large breed puppies can definitely wear clothing! Just be sure your puppy tolerates wearing clothing well and acclimate him gradually for the greatest chance of success. Be sure to get apparel that's big enough for your growing buddy, but don't get sizes that are way too big, or he may trip, get caught, or chew on his new clothes. For best results, measure your dog and consult the size guide included on each Chewy listing.
What dog breeds need extra-large breed puppy apparel?
Dog breeds that will weigh 100 lbs. or more at maturity usually need extra-large breed puppy apparel when they're young. Extra-large breeds like akita, anatolian shepherd, bernese mountain dog, bullmastiff, cane corso, great dane, irish wolfhound, newfoundland, and saint bernard dogs tend to be quite large even in puppyhood, so be sure to shop for apparel big enough for these fast-growing extra-large breeds. Chewy has a great selection of all the best extra-large breed puppy apparel, so you should have no trouble finding the perfect style and fit!
How do I measure my extra-large breed puppy for apparel?
Measure your extra-large breed puppy for apparel by taking back length, chest girth, and neck girth measurements using a soft tape measure or rope. Find your puppy's back length by measuring from the base of his neck to the base of his tail. Take the chest girth measurement around the widest part of your dog's torso, just behind the front legs, and get a neck girth measurement by measuring around your dog's neck where the collar usually sits. When measuring, be sure to pull the tape measure so it sits snugly against your dog's body, but not so tight that you can't comfortably slide two fingers underneath it. Compare these measurements to the size chart for each apparel item you're considering, and size up if your puppy is between sizes.